The food crisis and life in Ukraine

Sep. 9, 2008

Written by

GRANT EARICH
Guest Columnist

Throughout the world people are feeling the effects of the current pseudo-recession and food crisis. Volunteers in Ukraine have been dealing with rising costs in transportation, food and housing. The financial crunch has intensified to such a level that Peace Corps Ukraine administration was compelled to revise the monthly stipend amount for volunteers. After receiving a successfully completed survey by current volunteers, Peace Corps headquarters delivered with a 10 percent increase.

Unfortunately, there are many who aren't as lucky. Volunteers in the Philippines have seen a 40 ...